Shop Apprentice

JOB DESCRIPTION

The candidate will be trained in various specific skill applications inside of a custom metal nameplate production house. No experience needed but will be considered on a sliding wage scale per our Union Contract. Small Busness, 22 total employees, that has been in Chicago since 1933.

DUTIES
Performs manufacturing processes within employee training.

• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area.
• Performs trained skills safely and accurately.
• Announces abnormalities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must pass voluntary drug screen.
• Previous metal working/decorating/chemical processing will be considered for appropriate wage groups depending on skills already known.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Union shop: Chemical and Production Workers Union: Local NO. 30, AFL-CIO. All employees must join per union contract.
• Contract wages based on job/skill level.
• Annual contractual wage increases.
• Post 30 day probationary employee raise of $0.20h.
• $15k Life insurance provided, covered by American Nameplate.
• Pension contribution, covered by American Nameplate.
• Health Insurance Employee Monthly Contribution: $29.00 (single) - $34.00 (spouse children), remainder covered by American Nameplate.
• Employee Union Dues: $27.00 per month.
• Sickness and Accident (outside of work) Insurance for missed work due to qualified and verified issue, covered by American Nameplate.
• Vacation: 1y service: 1w PTO; 2y service: 2w PTO; 7y service: 3w PTO; 20y service; 4wk PTO; 25y service 5wk PTO.
• Severence pay based on length of service, covered by American Nameplate.

American Nameplate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any other protected characteristic

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60632 (Required)

Work Location: In person